Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, before departing for Washington: “I will discuss with President Trump all the issues on the table, first and foremost Iran. Our goal is to protect our security and also expand the circle of peace around us.”
“I’m on my way to Washington to meet with our friend President Donald Trump. This is my eighth meeting with him since he was elected president in his second term, more than any other international leader. This is a great privilege but also a great responsibility.
1+From my experience as prime minister, in these complex times we must act with both great determination and great wisdom. We will discuss all the issues on the table, first and foremost Iran. Of course, our goal is to protect our security and also expand the circle of peace around us.
I’m heading out on this mission with one clear goal—to ensure the security, strength, and future of our beloved State of Israel.
1+And I’m also going for another purpose: to pay final respects to our friend, a true friend of mine and of the State of Israel—Lindsey Graham, one of the greatest friends of the State of Israel of all time. And I’m sure that on this matter I also represent you, the citizens of Israel.”